Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Nurse (NICU RN)

Amn Agency • Wichita, KS

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About The Position

NICU RN's are responsible for total care of infants who may be diagnosed with congenital defects, delivery complications, or most often, prematurity. They formulate nursing care plans and assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the effectiveness of treatments in these plans. NICU RN's administer medications and perform complex procedures to coordinate all aspects of a patient's care. NICU RN's work in the NICU unit of a hospital. Hospitals are given a NICU Level I-IV based upon the type of care provided and the extent of technology available. Level I (lowest) is designed for less critically ill infants, while Level IV (highest) provides the most sophisticated care for ill, or premature infants.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Must pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN.
• Active state RN license.
• ACLS, CCRN, and STABLE certifications are often required.
• Recent experience and flexible schedule required.

Responsibilities

• Formulate nursing care plans for infants in the NICU.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the effectiveness of treatments.
• Administer medications and perform complex procedures.
• Coordinate all aspects of a patient's care.

Benefits

• Excellent Pay
• Direct Deposit
• Comprehensive Medical Benefits (for those determined to have worked full-time after a 12 month ACA eligibility period)
• Supplemental Benefits: Dental, Vision, Medical Indemnity, Life Insurance with optional Critical Illness and Short Term Disability.
• 401k
• FREE Online CEU's to all Active Staff

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Repair and Maintenance
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree